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Sokor author wins Nobel for Literature

October 11, 2024

Agence France Presse

Author Han Kang became on Thursday the first South Korean to win the Nobel Prize in Literature for work characterized by the correspondence between mental and physical torment as well as historical events. Han is best known for her book “The Vegetarian...

DA to launch ‘Rice for All’ program

October 11, 2024

Othel V. Campos

The KADIWA ng Pangulo program is set to launch its Rice-for-All initiative this week, offering well-milled rice at a lower price of P43 per kilo. “The vision is to lower the price of this staple food under the Rice-for-All program to the most affordabl...

Makati, Quezon cities get fiscal management awards

October 11, 2024

Joel E. Zurbano & Rio N. Araja

Two of Metro Manila’s local government units received awards from the Department of Finance this week, highlighting their leadership in fiscal autonomy and good governance. Makati was ranked first among cities by the Department of Finance (DOF) for sus...

Israeli airstrike kills 28 people sheltering in Gaza school

October 10, 2024

The strike, in which many more were wounded, occurred in the city of Deir Al-Balah where a million displaced people have taken shelter

Marcos reclamation chair is a POGO sublessor | The wRap

October 10, 2024

Today's headlines: POGOs, Hurricane Milton, Julie Anne San Jose

FACT CHECK: UK’s HMS Prince of Wales in carrier strike exercise, not donated to PH

October 10, 2024

The United Kingdom Royal Navy ship HMS Prince of Wales is set to participate in Exercise Strike Warrior, a military exercise to be held from October 14 to 27

38 undocumented foreign nationals arrested in Cebu resort

October 10, 2024

Police find computer sets, smartphones, and multiple routers at the resort, and suspect those were used in scamming operations

UAAP Men’s Football: Dov Cariño’s brace propels Ateneo past UP, to solo lead

October 10, 2024

Tiebreaker Times

DOV Cariño scored twice as Ateneo stunned defending champion University of the Philippines with a 2-0 victory, taking the lead in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate men’s football tournament Thursday night at the UP Football Stadium. With this win, the Blue Eagles brought down another finalist from Season 86, thanks to Cariño’s impressive performance, boosting […]
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Out! Wimbledon calls time on line judges in favor of electronic system

October 10, 2024

While more players favor electronic line calling, the decision to use technology saddens traditionalists as it also puts an end to arguments over line calls that are part of Wimbledon folklore

Marcos calls for urgency from China, ASEAN in negotiating South China Sea code

October 10, 2024

'It is regrettable that the overall situation in the South China Sea remains tense and unchanged. We continue to be subjected to harassment and intimidation,' President Marcos tells ASEAN leaders

Hurricane Milton kills 4, destroys homes in Florida, but worst scenario avoided

October 10, 2024

(1st UPDATE) The Tampa Bay area appears to have escaped the deadly surge of seawater that had prompted the most dire warnings

Not out yet: Emotional Jeff Napa, NU Bulldogs out to avenge heartbreaks in second-round run

October 10, 2024

Emotionally battered by multiple crunch-time losses to start UAAP Season 87, Jeff Napa and the rest of the NU Bulldogs are out for revenge as the second round comes along

Jack Santiago illuminates UE’s path to redemption

October 10, 2024

Following the toughest off-season any team could have ever experienced, many counted out the University of the East’s chances for a deep run in the new UAAP season. It comes as no surprise that year after year, the Red Warriors have faced significant setbacks, dating back to Season 84 when reigning NCAA MVP Clint Escamis […]
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Han Kang wins 2024 Nobel literature prize

October 10, 2024

(1st UPDATE) South Korean author Han Kang is recognized 'for her intense poetic prose that confronts historical traumas and exposes the fragility of human life'

[INFOGRAPHIC] GCash para sa lahat: 20 years of transformative financial inclusion in the Philippines

October 10, 2024

Here's a look back on GCash's 20 years of transforming financial inclusion for Filipinos

UAAP Men’s Football: FEU rookies shine in rout of La Salle

October 10, 2024

Tiebreaker Times

Rookies Edgar Aban and Theo Libarnes played pivotal roles in Far Eastern University’s 2-0 victory over De La Salle in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate men’s football tournament on Thursday at the UP Football Stadium. Substitute Aban scored a stunning one-touch goal in the 65th minute, extending the Tamaraws’ lead. This marked Aban’s fifth goal […]
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‘King of Clay’ Nadal to end stellar career after injury-hit spell

October 10, 2024

‘I leave with the absolute peace of mind of having given my best, of having made an effort in every way,’ says Rafael Nadal as the tennis superstar announces his retirement from pro tennis at the end of the season

Aris Dimaunahan calls on NU to have ‘a better mindset’ in second round

October 10, 2024

National University saw its seven-year reign in UAAP women’s basketball come to a heartbreaking end last season, as they suffered a come-from-behind loss to the University of Santo Tomas in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the Season 86 finals. With that bitter memory in mind, the Lady Bulldogs are eager to reclaim their throne, and […]
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Frank Muescan praises Jam Rey Mariveles’ growth: ‘He’s reforming’

October 10, 2024

Lorenzo del Carmen

Birthdays are typically a time for rest and celebration, but for Jam Rey Mariveles, his special day was spent on the pitch. He celebrated his 23rd birthday in a match against Adamson University in the UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Men’s Football Tournament last Sunday at the UP Diliman Football Stadium. Mariveles not only helped University […]
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Filipinas to reinforce PH’s World Cup-bound futsal team, says PFF

October 10, 2024

Rob Andrew Dongiapon

The Philippine futsal team, likely reinforced by national women’s football stars, looks to assemble a competitive squad when the country hosts the sport’s inaugural World Cup next year

LA Mumar praises Kacey Dela Rosa as a unique force in women’s basketball

October 10, 2024

Justin Valencia

Reigning MVP Kacey Dela Rosa has been a dominant force in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate women’s basketball tournament, and everyone knows it. Despite this being common knowledge among basketball enthusiasts, her head coach at Ateneo de Manila University, LA Mumar, still couldn’t help but praise what Dela Rosa brings to the table for both […]
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Prince Cariño once battled CP Miranda, now credits Denok for spot in FEU-D

October 10, 2024

Tiebreaker Times

Prince Cariño continues to prove why he is one of the most promising talents in the UAAP Season 87 Junior High School Basketball Tournament. The 6-foot-7 center from Quezon City delivered a dominant performance, leading Far Eastern University-Diliman to a 90-83 victory over University of Santo Tomas last Saturday at the SM Mall of Asia […]
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Kem Adeshina proud to see Adamson get rid of ‘bawi, bawi’ mentality

October 10, 2024

Justin Valencia

Victoria Adeshina has been a key player for Adamson University’s Lady Falcons, enduring the heartbreak of the past two seasons before finally experiencing success in the ongoing UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Basketball Tournament. The Nigerian center has been with the team since Season 85, navigating through two frustrating seasons marred by losses before reaping the […]
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Cignal takes on 10 teams in Spikers’ Turf Invitationals bid

October 10, 2024

Tiebreaker Times

The 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference is set to ignite the men’s volleyball scene with 10 teams battling for supremacy from October 16 to December 15, 2024. With matches scheduled every Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday, the conference will be hosted at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig, the Philsports Arena, and the Filoil EcoOil Centre. […]
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BON CHAN reflects on Blacklist’s challenging MPL season: ‘Hirap mag-unlearn ng nakagisnan’

October 10, 2024

Tiebreaker Times

<e/m> By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen MPL Philippines Season 14 proved to be the toughest challenge yet for Blacklist International, as they underwent a significant roster overhaul, a stark contrast to Season 9 when only Kent “KEVIER” Lopez was brought in to replace Danerie “Wise” Rosario as the team’s jungler. Despite falling short of the playoffs, […]
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One at a time: Red-hot UE Warriors downplay historic win streak, see second round as reset

October 10, 2024

Gone are the days of UE men's basketball being borderline unwatchable as the streaking Red Warriors seek to build on their decade-best start in UAAP Season 87

LeBron complains about flying to Milwaukee for preseason game

October 10, 2024

The Lakers aren’t the only ones logging miles during the 2024 preseason and some even left the United States, including the defending champion Celtics and the Nuggets, who both played exhibition games in Abu Dhabi

TNT hopes Kelly Williams injury ‘nothing serious’ as semis war intensifies

October 10, 2024

Delfin Dioquino

TNT can only hope for the best after seeing Kelly Williams go down with a calf injury in its Game 1 win over Rain or Shine in the PBA Governors' Cup semifinals

UST leaders Tounkara, Padrigao brace for bumpier second round after promising start

October 9, 2024

Now far removed from its dark days in the UAAP men's basketball doldrums, the UST Growling Tigers finally roar loud again as their UAAP Season 87 Final Four bid continues to gain steam

Do-it-all Hollis-Jefferson lifts TNT to Game 1 win vs Rain or Shine

October 9, 2024

Delfin Dioquino

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson flirts with a triple-double and also delivers on the defensive end as TNT trips Rain or Shine in their semifinal opener

Two-woman race: Ateneo’s Dela Rosa, UST’s Pastrana lead tight UAAP MVP battle

October 9, 2024

Reigning UAAP women's basketball MVP Kacey dela Rosa faces stiff competition from UST star Kent Pastrana in her back-to-back award bid to start Season 87, while Ateneo's Zane Kallos stands alone as the top dog in the junior high division

LPAs form inside, outside PAR; more rain seen from southwest monsoon

September 15, 2024

The southwest monsoon is still dumping rain in Mimaropa, parts of Bicol, Western Visayas, and the Negros Island Region on Sunday, September 15

BRP Teresa Magbanua returns to Palawan with hungry, dehydrated crew

September 15, 2024

GMA News Online / News

Some 60 hungry and dehydrated Philippine Coast guard personnel returned home to Palawan aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701), ending a five-month stalemate with Chinese forces in Escoda Shoal (International name: Sabina Shoal).

NMC: BRP Teresa Magbanua departed Sabina Shoal after ‘mission accomplished’

September 15, 2024

GMA News Online / News

The National Maritime Council on Sunday confirmed that BRP Teresa Magbanua has left Sabina Shoal, also known as Escoda Shoal, after finishing its mission there for five long months.

[Kitchen 143] Dinner and drinks at Sixty32 Poblacion

September 15, 2024

Ready to visit a new Poblacion joint?

40 students pilot 1st college in Jaen, Nueva Ecija

September 15, 2024

GMA News Online / News

An inaugural batch of 40 students are the first enrollees of the first college in Jaen, Nueva Ecija.

Teen’s bid for int’l science prize could revive broken labs in Pampanga

September 15, 2024

GMA News Online / News

A Pampangueño student's quest for international acclaim in science communication could lead to much-needed upgrades for science facilities in Pampanga.

Ginebra left to ponder on rotation as Go injury dampens Kings’ streak

September 15, 2024

By REYNALD MAGALLON Barangay Ginebra was left to ponder for its next possible moves for its rotation as offseason acquisition Isaac Go went down with an apparent knee injury in the Kings’ 124-102 victory over the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters. G...